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Corebridge Financial · 4 months ago

Associate General Counsel – Individual Retirement & Life

30 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$200K/yr - $240K/yr

10+ years exp

Corebridge Financial is one of the largest insurance organizations in the United States, focusing on providing financial services. The Associate General Counsel will provide legal advice and guidance on regulatory issues related to the Individual Retirement and Life Insurance business, ensuring compliance with laws and supporting various legal functions.

Financial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance

Responsibilities

You will provide trusted advice and counsel to the Individual Retirement & Life businesses of Corebridge Financial working on all aspects of legal support for fixed and indexed life insurance and annuities: product manufacturing including research and development, distribution and marketing, administration and call center support and compliance with state and federal law

This includes drafting and review of various types of Reinsurance and reinsurance related agreements, advising on all disclosure and conflict of interest practices, supporting due diligence activities as well as insurance regulatory, legislative and compliance matters

This position provides a mix of support of our in-force book of business, as well as strategic and innovative initiatives designed to profitably grow our business

The role includes general contract review, contract drafting and negotiation in relation to ordinary course transactions and business initiatives, drafting of policies and procedures in relation to corporate and business unit initiatives, support of state legislation tracking and related matters, and special projects

You will work collaboratively with peers across Legal, Compliance and other control functions to ensure philosophical consistencies of approach and practice across diverse business lines, areas of legal practice and legal entities

Maintain and grow in-depth knowledge of the business and its activities in order to ensure adequate legal oversight and resources as the business needs evolve over time; advise on emerging legal issues

Provide recommendations as to early dispute resolutions in an effort to avoid litigation

Qualification

Life insurance expertiseAnnuities knowledgeRegulatory complianceContract draftingStrategic thinkingVerbal communicationWritten communicationProblem-solvingAttention to detailTeam collaborationFlexibility

Required

Minimum of 10 years of experience as a lawyer in the life and annuity, reinsurance field, in house and/or private practice, a focus on annuities, life insurance and related regulatory issues

Strategic thinking to plan, organize, manage to and execute to achieve organic growth and change

Proven verbal and written communications skills aimed at delivering direct messaging and achieving collaborative and practical results

Self-starter with a 'can-do' attitude and the ability to meet and exceed deadlines, prioritize, multi-task, and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced, changing environment

Ability to work on matters requiring focus, attention to detail and execution

Proven problem-solving skills that demonstrate creativity and commitment to core values

Demonstrated ability to balance thoughtful decision making with careful and timely execution

Experience in organizational environments using influence over authority to build consensus among diverse stakeholders

Prior experience with a large multinational law firm and/or in-house legal department

A strong educational background including a B.A./B.S. and J.D. from an accredited law school

Admittance to at least one state bar with a preference for the following: NY, TX or CA

Benefits

Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.

Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location. In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.

Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.

Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.

Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.